How to Get Rid of Fluid in Ears

Written by kristan hart

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Fluid can build-up in the ears when the Eustachian tube doesn't drain properly. In its beginning stages, fluid in the ears can cause discomfort and temporarily make it difficult to hear. Eventually, fluid build-up can cause an ear infection or cause the ear drum to burst, allowing fluid to leak out the ear. If you feel fluid build-up in your ears, there are some all-natural options you can try to find relief.

Skill level:

Easy

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Things you need

Chewing gum

Piece of hard candy

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Instructions

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Chew gum to help you get rid of fluid in ears. Chewing gum stimulates your jaw, which helps open up your Eustachian tubes. When your Eustachian tubes are stimulated, fluid is more likely to drain properly.

2

Take a deep breath. Gently plug both nostrils and close your mouth, then try to exhale. That will cause pressure to build up in your ears, which will cause your ears to "pop." That "pop" is actually the feeling of the Eustachian tubes opening up, allowing the fluid to drain.

3

Suck on a piece of hard candy. The candy helps stimulate more saliva in your mouth, which requires you to swallow more than normal. Swallowing is another great way to open up the Eustachian tubes, allowing fluid to drain.

4

Yawn. Opening your mouth wide and taking a deep breath also helps to stimulate your Eustachian tube. You may need to yawn a couple of times to feel the full effect.